Often, images of ancient handprints on cave walls inspire me when I'm considering a new direction in my work. And the touching hand is so primary in our physical world as well as in art-making. I've been exploring interactions within the more-than-human-world using these white cotton gloves which are often used to handle valuable items with extra care. Interacting with Nature in this way is an act of inclusion in the lively and constantly changing nature of the world around us, a way of “touching ground”, and providing a symbolic "show of hands” for the natural world.
The gloves have evolved into winged bird forms as seen below. I have one 'glove-bird' which likes to go for walks with me, to see where she can rest and or fly in different environments. As this mode of engagement is a form of temporary interaction, I document these forms with still photographs.
Handscape, Cabo Pulmo Beach, Mexico, 2013
The creature who makes tracks, 2013
South of Cabo Pulmo, Mexico
Neckline, 2012, Orcas Island, WA
Lily Flight, 2012, Devil's Lake, WA
from series - Wings of Desire
Madrona flight, 2013, Orcas Island,WA
from series - Wings of Desire
From Darkness, 2013, Port Townsend, WA
From series - Wings of Desire
Water Rest, 2012, Botany Beach, British Columbia, Canada
From series - Wings of Desire
Nesting, 2012, Devil's Lake, WA
From series - Wings of Desire
Pond Hopping, 2012, Botany Beach, British Columbia, Canada
From series - Wings of Desire
Pond Flight, 2012, Botany Beach, British Columbia, Canada
From series - Wings of Desire
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